Job description
Dog trainers use a variety of methods – mainly food – to train dogs in obedience, to assist those with disabilities, and performances in TV and film. Average salary
The average salary for an established dog trainer is around $20,000 – barely above minimum wage, unfortunately. If you're well-known around the state where you work, you might make up to $30,000, but it's all just a matter of chance. Education requirements
The education requirements range from a high school diploma to a bachelor’s degree in animal science. An apprenticeship to a local dog trainer may prove helpful as well. In fact, I recommend it tremendously. Job environment
Dog trainers typically work in a private training center. They may also travel to clients’ homes. In certain situations, dog trainers may also work in pet store chains such as PetSmart. Outlook
The need for dog trainers is growing, slowly but steadily. Good news for me! Additional information http://www.apdt.com/ – This is the website of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. This organization provides lots of great information for aspiring dog trainers, like online seminars, and a comprehensive list of every APDT-certified dog trainer in the nation, listed by state. You may be able to find my boss on there! http://www.animalhumanesociety.org/training/how-can-i-become-dog-trainer/ – This links to an article written by the Animal Humane Society. It has some great information. Check it out! Three companies or institutions where one could work as a dog trainer
Your own private dog training facility
Various dog training facilities across the nation
Various assistance dog institutions across the nation
IMPORTANT!
If you plan on operating your own business, take some classes about bookkeeping, taxes, and all that other business-y stuff. If you’re joining a business, research thoroughly. Make sure their training methods are humane and that they’re open to hiring new trainers.
Job description
Dog trainers use a variety of methods – mainly food – to train dogs in obedience, to assist those with disabilities, and performances in TV and film.
Average salary
The average salary for an established dog trainer is around $20,000 – barely above minimum wage, unfortunately. If you're well-known around the state where you work, you might make up to $30,000, but it's all just a matter of chance.
Education requirements
The education requirements range from a high school diploma to a bachelor’s degree in animal science. An apprenticeship to a local dog trainer may prove helpful as well. In fact, I recommend it tremendously.
Job environment
Dog trainers typically work in a private training center. They may also travel to clients’ homes. In certain situations, dog trainers may also work in pet store chains such as PetSmart.
Outlook
The need for dog trainers is growing, slowly but steadily. Good news for me!
Additional information
http://www.apdt.com/ – This is the website of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers. This organization provides lots of great information for aspiring dog trainers, like online seminars, and a comprehensive list of every APDT-certified dog trainer in the nation, listed by state. You may be able to find my boss on there!
http://www.animalhumanesociety.org/training/how-can-i-become-dog-trainer/ – This links to an article written by the Animal Humane Society. It has some great information. Check it out!
Three companies or institutions where one could work as a dog trainer
IMPORTANT!
If you plan on operating your own business, take some classes about bookkeeping, taxes, and all that other business-y stuff. If you’re joining a business, research thoroughly. Make sure their training methods are humane and that they’re open to hiring new trainers.